Matt & Monika’s WEDDING at the Fairlawns hotel, Walsall
Check out this gorgeous wedding combining Polish and English elements as family and friends fly in to celebrate.
wedding morning preparations
Matt got ready at his brother’s house with his sister in law and another friend. They had a relaxed time enjoying the views from the back of the house before it was time to go.
Monika got ready at home with her hair and makeup team to help. Her parents and bridesmaids were ready to travel with her to the church and we met the flower girls waiting for us when we arrived there.
Their engagement photos
the wedding ceremony at St Mary’s the mount, Walsall
This was such a beautiful space for their wedding ceremony and one that is really important to Monika. Her choir friends helped to set the tone, singing from the balcony during the service.
Afterwards, the car park was full of confetti and guests as we lined up a few group photos in front of the church doors.
their wedding reception at Fairlawns hotel
There was time for guests to chat at Fairlawns and the staff served arrival drinks before guests moved inside to take their seats for the speeches. Monika’s Dad spoke first and had a translator for those of us who couldn’t speak Polish. One of Matt’s brothers was the best man and he put together a beautiful poem for the couple packed with personal details. There were gift hampers to say thank you during Matt’s speech which was a lovely touch.
After dinner, everyone made their way back out to the garden. Evening guests started to arrive and the children’s entertainer (Dorotka from hokus Pokus) made sure they were having fun with a bubble tunnel, face paints and more. Matt & Monika had a queue of guests lining up to give them gifts which is a really fun Polish wedding tradition.
We set up the photo booth in the bar. Monika brought along extra props and guests had a silly time in there.
They cut their wedding cake and had their first dance. My favourite moment of the night has to be Matt’s Mum getting her boogie on on the dance floor!
Happy anniversary you two- Nom
